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Enchain

To restrain with, or as if with, chains.

📖 Definitions of "Enchain"

verb
  1. 1

    To restrain with, or as if with, chains.

  2. 2

    To link together.

💡 Words with a Similar Meaning to "Enchain"

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boundverb(transitive) To surround a territory or other geographical entity; to form the boundary of.
chainedBound with chains.
in chainsverb
chainnounA series of interconnected rings or links usually made of metal.
chain upverb(transitive, intransitive) To put chains on the tires of a vehicle to increase traction.
enfetterverbTo bind in fetters
shacklenoun(usually in the plural) A restraint fitted over a human or animal appendage, such as an ankle, finger, or wrist, normally used in a pair joined by a chain.
interchainnounTo link together; to unite closely or firmly, as if by a chain.
manaclenounA shackle for the wrist, usually consisting of a pair of joined rings; a handcuff; (by extension) a similar device put around an ankle to restrict free movement.
enlinkverb(poetic, dated) To connect together, by, or as if by links.
enshackleverb(transitive) To put (a person or animal) in shackles; to shackle.
bindnoun(countable) That which binds or ties.
enlacenoun(transitive) To bind or encircle with lace, or as with lace
fetternoun(figurative) Anything that restricts or restrains.
strappleverb(transitive) To bind with a strap; strap; entangle.
hamshackleverb(transitive, figurative) To bind or restrain; to impose restrictions upon.
lashnounThe thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given.
befetterverb(transitive) To confine with fetters; restrain as if by fetters.
tie upverb(idiomatic) To occupy, detain, keep busy, or delay.
tethernounA rope, cable etc. that holds something in place whilst allowing some movement.

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